Just months before James Van Der Beek’s death following a long battle with Stage 3 colorectal cancer, the Dawson’s Creek star’s wife Kimberly was feeling optimistic about the actor’s health and prognosis, calling him a “wizard” who was “bouncing back” following his long health battle. According to the NY Post, Kimberly Van Der Beek’s haunting comments came just months before the actor’s death, untimely on February 11, 2026, at the age of 48.
According to the Post, Kimberly’s comments came on a November 2025 post of her husband’s in which he thanked fans for helping raise money for his cancer treatments. In response, Kimberly Van Der Beek wrote, “You’re a wizard. Bouncing back baby!!”
Fans of ’90s hits like Dawson’s Creek and Varsity Blues have responded with shock and heartbreak following Kimberly’s announcement Wednesday that her husband of 15 years had passed away. James Van Der Beek had bravely shared his ongoing cancer battle with fans through social media, even auctioning off signed Varsity Blues jerseys to help raise funds for his treatment.
View this post on InstagramWednesday, Kimberly took to social media to share a crushing blow to James Van Der Beek’s fans who had hoped Kimberly’s optimism this fall meant the beloved actor and father of six would make a full recovery. She writes:
“Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning. He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace. There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity, and the sacredness of time. Those days will come. For now we ask for peaceful privacy as we grieve our loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend.”
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Fans responded as if a member of their own family had died.
“I feel like a part of my childhood just died. Sending love and strength to his family and all those close to him ❤️❤️,” shared one fan. Another added, “Sending condolences and prayers to you, Kimberly, and your children. Bless you for sharing James with all of us, an incredibly special soul.”
Legacy of James Van Der Beek
View this post on InstagramJames Van Der Beek not only made an impact on fans through his heartfelt performances on Dawson’s Creek, Varsity Blues, and even an episode of Nickelodeon’s Clarissa Explains It All, but the beloved actor, father, and husband graciously shared his ongoing battle with cancer, offering hope and resilience to those following along from home.
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